King Charles delivered the State Opening of Parliament without specific mention of Northern Ireland. The speech outlined over 35 bills, including Troubles legacy legislation and a bill to strengthen UK-EU ties through a Sanitary and Phytosanitary deal easing agri-food movement between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

Northern Ireland MPs reacted amid pressure on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to stand down after election losses. Democratic Unionist Party leader Gavin Robinson, MP for East Belfast, called the government a mess after recent chaos. He questioned if the legislative programme would be delivered and said Labour must restore trust.

Ulster Unionist Party MP Robin Swann for South Antrim warned that Westminster focusing inward risks forgetting Northern Ireland. Traditional Unionist Voice leader Jim Allister, MP for North Antrim, labelled the EU ties bill folly and accused the government of stealthily rejoining the EU.

Northern Ireland Secretary Hilary Benn stated the government commits to delivering the Troubles Bill. The bill sets up a reformed Legacy Commission to investigate Troubles cases, provides veteran protections against duplicate probes, maximises information disclosure to families, and includes an independent commission with Ireland.

Benn highlighted focus on Northern Ireland economic growth, barrier removal for businesses, UK internal market protection, and partnership with the Northern Ireland Executive for stability and public services. The government plans amendments to the Troubles Bill and seeks Assembly legislative consent where needed.

DUP MP Gavin Robinson also criticised delays on legacy issues and called for measures commanding victim and veteran confidence. Ulster Unionist MP Robin Swann noted the bill's low priority in the speech and pressed for stronger veteran and victim protections via his amendments.